God Has Spoken

In this episode we finish looking at what Jesus says to the 7 churches of Asia in the book of Revelation. We conclude chapter 3 by hearing what Jesus has to say to the church in the city of Laodicea. This church is described as being lukewarm, neither hot nor cold. What does that mean? Jesus will also tell this church that he is standing at the door and knocking. Can our churches today be like thi...

In this episode we continue looking at what Jesus said to the 7 churches of Asia in the book of Revelation. We are in chapter 3 where the church in the city of Philadelphia is addressed. Jesus tells this church about an open door in front of them, which immediately reminds us of other Bible verses regarding open doors. However, when we stay in the context of Revelation 3 we understand what Jesus m...

In this episode we continue looking at what Jesus said to the 7 churches of Asia in the book of Revelation. We begin chapter 3 by talking about the church in the city of Sardis. Jesus calls this church out for looking really good on the outside, but being spiritually dead. Can our churches be like that today? Can we have a reputation for being a good church, but in reality be a church that needs t...

In this episode we continue looking at what Jesus said to the 7 churches of Asia in the book of Revelation. We wrap up chapter 2 by looking at what Jesus said to the church in Thyatira. This church was tolerating what Jesus calls is a “Jezebel” - a notoriously wicked woman from the Old Testament. What is Jesus going to do about this? And what are his expectations for this church because of what th...

In this episode we continue looking at what Jesus said to the 7 churches of Asia in the book of Revelation. We continue in chapter 2 focusing on what Jesus says to the church in Pergamum. This church had some good things going for them, but has laid down when it came to the influence of false teachers around them. Instead of kicking out these harmful teachers, they have tolerated them. What does t...

In this episode we continue looking at what Jesus said to the 7 churches of Asia in the book of Revelation. We pick up in chapter 2 reading what Jesus said to the church in Smyrna. This church was suffering from tremendous poverty, but Jesus reminds them of how rich they truly are. Can we relate to this church? Is there something in our lives that compares to what they are going through? Hosted on...

This episode is the first of 7 episodes where we explore the 7 churches of Asia as they are addressed in the book of Revelation. The church in Ephesus was a well-established church at this point in Christian history, and had a pretty big wake up call from Jesus. Will we repent and cling to Christ? Or will we ignore his plea to stay faithful to him? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

In this episode we are in the 1st letter Paul writes to the Thessalonians. Paul had worked hard to establish the local churches in this area. Working with his own hands at times so he could provide for himself and others as he did the work of the Lord. In this letter Paul addresses 2 types of attitudes: either being hard-working or lazy. What does my work in the Kingdom look like? Am I as hard-wor...

In this episode we are in the book of Amos. This generation was accused of being self-indulgent and incredibly carnally minded. When we read about these people we may be tempted to throw stones and laugh at their obvious flaws. However, we have become much like the generation that Amos is preaching to. Have I become so focused on serving myself that I neglect real spiritual growth through self-den...

In this episode we are looking at the prophet Jeremiah. In his days he had some difficult messages to deliver to the people. What made it difficult was not the clarity of the message, because God had made himself clear. The difficulty came from the stubborn people Jeremiah was sent to preach to. What does God expect from us when it comes to preaching the gospel? Can we alter the message? Or does h...

In this episode we look at a passage in John’s gospel that is quite confusing at first glance. However, when taking into consideration some other themes and sections of John, it helps the reader understand what John was saying. All of this study makes us ask some questions about our personal Bible study habits. What do I do when a passage stumps me? Am I a diligent student who seeks out an answer...

In this episode we highlight the risks that the Apostle Paul was willing to take throughout his walk with Christ. From shipwrecks to beatings, Paul was willing to go through a lot for the sake of saving souls. When observing his life it forces us to ask the question: am I willing to take the risks that Paul did? If not, why is that? Why am I so addicted to safety and what do I need to do to push m...

In this episode we are talking about how to appreciate the Bible. God gave it to us as a blessing, but we often do not treat it like the gift that God intended it to be. How can I show my deep gratitude for the Word of God? And how do I share this admiration with my children, grandchildren, or anyone I am close to? In addition to this, we discuss what the word is capable of and what many will do t...

In this episode we are in 2 Samuel 16. At this point in David’s life he is on the run from his son Absalom, who is in the middle of overthrowing him as king. As David flees, he encounters different people from his past. In the middle of these stories, David is confronted with one side of a story and makes a decision before he hears the other side. Have we ever done that? What can I do to better ab...

In this episode we are talking about authority. Many people have different ideas when it comes to finding truth and what makes it authoritative. But when we look in the Scriptures, we find Jesus commanding His people to always rely on what God has said, not what others have told them. Is this as much of a problem today as it was when Jesus interacted with the Pharisees? And if it is, how can a gro...

In this episode we are taking an important lesson from the book of Judges. Several times in the early part of Judges we are told about many of the tribes inability to drive out the people of Canaan the way God told them to. What we learn is that sin is a lot like the Canaanites we read about in Judges. Sin is persistent and often refuses to leave. What can I do to keep myself from repeating the mi...

In this episode we are in Luke 21. In this section Jesus predicts the destruction of Jerusalem that took place in 70 AD. But within this prophecy Jesus gives many warnings that hold good lessons for us today. How do I typically look at this section of Scripture? Is it only to be seen and used to talk about Jerusalem’s downfall? Or are there applications that help us today? Hosted on Acast. See aca...

In this episode we discuss the importance of seeing the depth of the cross of Christ. Many people think to take the Lord’s Supper each first day of the week would cause someone to see the crucifixion of Jesus as just another part of our life. However, the consistent reflecting and dwelling on the cross causes a person to gain a deeper appreciation for Jesus and his sacrifice. In John’s writings th...

In this episode we are talking about some of the writings that took place in the 1st and 2nd centuries. More specifically, Christian writers who talked about Scripture and the church in that day. Many assume that because those writers existed so closely to the days of the apostles and the first Christians, that their writings carry some kind of authority or weight. Is this the case? Or is there an...

In this episode we are in the book of 1 John. In this unique letter we learn how John reflects on his experience with Jesus. What John saw and experienced changed him in an irreversible way. When we consider the fact that Jesus reveals to us who God is and what his word is, it should change us too. Additionally, we will discuss why John starts this epistle off in a way that is so different than th...

In this episode we are discussing the importance of aligning ourselves with those who practice and teach what the Scriptures say. Sometimes we make friendships with other God-fearing people and even consider them to be allies in the faith. However, we need to be careful that whoever we consider a brother or sister, is actually following what Jesus said. Especially in regard to salvation and how we...

In this episode we are discussing a popular evangelism tactic that some are relying on to spread their faith in Christ. This strategy referred to as “friendship evangelism” is the thought that we ought to first become close friends with someone before we share the gospel with them. Is this idea found in the Bible? Is this how the apostles and early church were evangelizing? Or is it possible we ha...

In this episode we are talking about the discipline of fasting. This practice is discussed and seen all over the Old Testament as well as New Testament. While it is certainly the case that fasting was commanded as it was associated with feasts in the old covenant, does Jesus command that we ought to be fasting on a regular basis today? And if I were to choose to fast, what is the purpose of it and...

In this episode we are in 1 Corinthians 15. Many people either deny or don’t know what the Bible says about Resurrection Day. Some assume that it would only be our souls that are raised when Jesus comes back, but here in 1 Corinthians Paul makes it clear that it is actually our body that is raised. What does that mean for me now while I am still breathing? How does this teaching change my perspect...

In this episode we are taking our lesson from Jeremiah 42-43. In these days the typically hard-hearted people inquire of the Lord through the prophet Jeremiah. However, when they hear exactly what it is that God wants them to do, they are less than enthused to obey. Are we ever like that? Do we act like we are excited to hear a message from the Lord, but when push comes to shove we hesitate to do...